Beschrijving
The importance of Pennington Flashes for birds is recognised nationally, with over 230 species recorded on site, including the Nachtegaal, Koereiger, Witwangstern, Maskergors and Vaal Stormvogeltje. There is a trail and 3 bird hides to explore the area.
Details
Toegang
Sign posted from the A580 East Lancs Road. Follow the signs and turn onto the A579 Atherleigh Way then left onto the A572 St Helens Road. The main entrance is situated on St Helens Road opposite Leigh Fire Station. For sat nav users the postcode is WN7 3PA or click on the P in the map to get directions. The circular trail around the area is 2 km and along the way you will pass 3 bird hides.
Terrein en leefgebied
Meer , Wetland , Verspreide bomen en struiken , Grasland/weide , RietveldenOmstandigheden
Vlak , Open landschapRondlopende wandeling mogelijk?
JaTelescoop meenemen?
Kan handig zijnWanneer hier vogels kijken?
Het hele jaarToptijd voor dit gebied
LenteRoute
Breed pad , Onverharde wegZwaarte wandeling
GemakkelijkToegankelijk via
Te voet , Fiets , RolstoelVogelkijkhut aanwezig?
JaExtra info
The term ‘Flashes’ refers to the lakes on the site which were formed over time as a result of the mining subsidence. They are a legacy of Wigan Borough’s industrial heritage and those at Pennington Flash are a stunning example of how the industrial past has developed a beautiful location for wildlife.
